Ocala community and calendar briefs Feb., 10

Published: Sunday, February 10, 2013 at 6:30 a.m.

Last Modified: Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 5:25 p.m.

Beginning Monday, the Florida Department of Transportation will close the Sharpes Ferry Bridge as it continues repairs on retaining walls near the bridge.

The contractor, Orion Marine, plans to close off County Road 314 between the Greenways & Trails office at 8282 SE County Road 314 and Southeast First Road. Posted detour signs will guide travelers to State Road 40. The closure will last approximately two weeks.

Nugent to open office in Ocala on Monday

Congressman Rich Nugent and members of his staff will hold an office grand opening and open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at 115 SE 25th Ave., Ocala. For more information, call 202-225-1002.